Thalassery Chicken Biriyani

Thalassery Chicken Biriyani is a popular dish from the Malabar region of Kerala, known for its rich and aromatic flavors. This biriyani is made with fragrant basmati rice, tender chicken, and a blend of spices that create a mouthwatering dish that is perfect for special occasions and gatherings.

Thalassery Chicken Biriyani

Ingredients

  • 2 cups basmati rice
  • 500g chicken, cut into pieces
  • 2 onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup yogurt
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 4 green chilies, slit
  • 1/4 cup mint leaves
  • 1/4 cup cilantro leaves
  • 1/4 cup ghee
  • 1/4 cup oil
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 4 cardamom pods
  • 4 cloves
  • 1 tsp fennel seeds
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 2 tsp biriyani masala
  • Salt to taste
  • 3 1/2 cups water

Instructions

  1. Wash and soak the basmati rice for 30 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large pot, heat ghee and oil. Add the whole spices (cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and fennel seeds) and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add the sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
  4. Add the chicken pieces, turmeric powder, red chili powder, biriyani masala, and salt. Cook until the chicken is browned.
  5. Stir in the yogurt, tomatoes, green chilies, mint leaves, and cilantro leaves. Cook for a few minutes.
  6. Layer the soaked rice over the chicken mixture. Pour water over the rice.
  7. Cover the pot and cook on low heat until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
  8. Fluff the biriyani gently with a fork and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
50g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large pot Serving spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Thalassery Chicken Biriyani pairs well with raita, pickle, and papad.

Tips & tricks

For best results, use good quality biriyani masala and fresh chicken for this recipe.

Cost

$20